The purpose of the company is to participate directly or indirectly in companies of all kinds, in particular in industrial, real estate, trading and financial companies in Switzerland and abroad. The company may also provide services, in particular consulting services. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, as well as conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as grant guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.